Beyond “konnichiwa” and “arigatō,” these words will help you navigate daily life.

Explore the unique experiences of a foreigner in Japan, focusing on cultural nuances and daily life. This video features ...

In Japan, mindfulness can be found in many ordinary parts of daily life. From cleaning your home to taking a quiet bath, simple routines can become opportunities to slow down and pay attention to the ...

Introduction: Domesticating the West / Joseph J. Tobin -- The Depāto: Merchandising the West while selling Japaneseness / Millie R. Creighton -- "For beautiful human life": The use of English in Japan ...

You can borrow some of these ideas and incorporate them into your routine without trying to change everything at once. You do not always need a major life change to feel calmer and more balanced.

Here's a number that might make you put down that second donut: In the United States, around 40 percent of all adults are considered obese. In Japan, the obesity rate is only one-tenth of that. We're ...